I admit I have msinterpreted some things that were said but I did not take myself too seriously because I never take anything very seriously. Remember, I am a person who thinks I am moving to the side of a mountain so I can have sheep.
I know sarcasm and irony of course. I don't say taking the piss. We would say talking shit or teasing. I have never heard of taking piss. It doesn't make a lot of sense in the literal.
You're not Welsh, are you?
Anyway, if you do ever make it over here, be sure to attend one of the English Forum events. They are a great way to get to know people, and the people on the forum really are worth getting to know. Especially the ones who sell cheese.
But I think we've buggered this thread up enough for the evening.
So, OP: Yes , you are probably worth more, but no , you won't starve on 70K (I know, because I had a very enjoyable bachelor lifestyle on significantly less than that for a few years).
if he is worth more, then it is a mistake to accept less (in this case far less). What does that say about the company who is offering him the job?
Thanks, guys, for the elegant closure on yet another salary thread.